BD 480 Plus
Semiautomatic rotor spinning machine
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The BD rotor spinning technology is worldwide the first choice in this segment. The latest generation of the BD 480 Plus is more energy- efficient, more productive and has better yarn quality than ever before.

The BD rotor spinning technology is worldwide the first choice in this segment. The latest generation of the BD 480 Plus is more energy- efficient, more productive and has better yarn quality than ever before.
E³: our product promises
With our customers’ needs always top of mind, we ensure that our products deliver optimised energy consumption, economics and ergonomics, with a focus on intelligence. This E³ principle forms the basis of our design philosophy. Our passion for textile machinery drives us to manufacture innovative products that add value to our clients’ businesses.
- Highly efficient energy-saving
- More productivity per square meter
- Lower spinning costs
- Easy operation and maintenance

Highlights
- Energy saving up to 29% per kilogram of yarn thanks to new air system
- Up to 512 spinning units for more productivity
- Compact machine design for maximum productivity per square meter
- Optimized spinbox structure for higher spinning stability and good yarn quality
- Fully automatic run-up with proven “Joint Spinning In” technology
- Digital yarn quality control with Corolab Q
- Coarse yarns up to Nm 1.7 / Ne 1
- Integrated fancy yarn device Fancynation for slub yarn production
- Senses for analysing all spinning data in one program – in real time, safely and from anywhere
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Impressions of the BD 480 Plus

Schlafhorst Systems rotor spinning
Schlafhorst Systems offer the highest versatility in the market. Whether an application requires the uniqueness and productivity of air spinning or the smart flexibility of rotor spinning, we have the solution for you. Starting from the blow room and carding, the Schlafhorst Systems are designed to ensure the excellent utilization of any kind of fibre.
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Senses
With a single program, you can now manage your Saurer machines. Senses bundles and analyzes production, quality and performance data. Secure and from everywhere.
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